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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1904
Page
2
citizen letter urges mayor and officials to convene a mass meeting to weigh joining the Metropolitan water system before spending another million on a new system. writers argue discussing counterarguments could prevent unnecessary debt and seek broad citizen input. they note Chronicle supports them.
This editorial critique argues the water board bears blame for the current crisis while acknowledging some political maneuvering by factions. It condemns obstruction by the Democratic side and calls for nonpartisan civic responsibility, noting recent water cuts and administration controversy.
The Boston Traveler criticizes non-partisanship as a failed ideal in municipal reform. It cites Cambridge as an example where reform promises falter after victory and notes Charles J. Bonaparte's Chicago speech advocating a shift from strict non-partisan aims. The piece argues reform factions adopt old party methods once in power.
The article argues that municipal good depends on the balance of political power and an informed electorate. It criticizes ward caucuses and urges reform from within parties, urging independents to support responsible reforms while recognizing the need for capable, reform-minded candidates.
The Cambridge board of health refused a permit for an Independent Ice Co to erect a large stable on Second street East Cambridge for 181 horses. The decision prompts hope for higher quality development and manufacturing growth in the area as residents push back against mass stables near homes. The vote split included Scott Weeks against the permit with Isenberg in favor. The piece also notes forthcoming city budget pressures from adding five new staff as part of a police reorganization and references debates around Hastings Pierce and city governance. Chief Carey confronts repairs at River Street engine house amid a reported nuisance.
Fr Francis Butler, formerly assistant at Colomnhill Brighton, is appointed pastor of St. Leos Dorchester to replace the late Fr McGoldrick. A Cambridge native, his sister Mrs Thaddeus Flynn lives at 886 Cambridge Street. Butler’s early curacy was Sacred Heart Church East Cambridge and he is praised for charity and popularity in the diocese. Weather notes express gratitude for a pleasant week and hope for continued good days.
At a large Cambridge Central Labor Union meeting on Sunday, members unanimously supported a subway from Tarvard Square to the West Boston bridge over an elevated line, while opposing a perpetual franchise. They urged union labeling on all goods, especially shoes, and instructed women to demand the label. A third resolution concerned the proposed water pipeline and was noted in the city government report.
The Cambridge overseers of the poor report covers April 1 1908 to April 1914 with 1407 partially supported and 161 fully supported at the City Home. Insane care ended by law Jan 1. Total City Home expense 23828.20. full support in insane hospitals 20408.34. other institutions 6019.13. Receipts include 4916.18 from produce sales and 1746.05 from individuals for board. 355 lodged at police stations. Annual meeting reelects Patrick Crowley chairman David Muzney secretary Addie Retson clerk.
The annual May party was held in Cypress hall on Tuesday evening with a crowded hall of members and friends. The event was thoroughly enjoyable. Floor director Annie C. Walsh oversaw the floor with assistance from others.
The passage lists several individuals including Miss Emily M. Mulvahill and aides such as Miss Mary Keane Miss Kathryn Hanley Miss Annie A Lyons Miss B J McKeon Miss K A Burke Miss Elizabeth Carr Ms Nellies Fitzgerald and reception committee members Miss Ann ia Connell Miss Katherine Maguire Miss Annie Mahoney.
A reception for Epworth Church new pastor Rev C W Tupper and wife occurred in the church vestry Tuesday evening. Mrs Tupper and Rev Tupper were assisted by local families and officers of the ladies aid society. Refreshments followed in the banquet room served by a named group of ushers and ladies.
A large crowd witnessed Co. C Sth regiment compete for the Parry medal. Sgt Herbert K Trutchinson won the medal with Major Eldredge Captain Smith and Lt Messnacs judging. Mayor Avenstine Daly presented the award. all men earned marksman badges. Dancing closed the evening with many visitors and city officials in attendance.
A Friday whist party at Miss Annie Davy’s residence on Putnam avenue raised funds for the Boston Working Boys Home. Katherine Harrington won the ladies prize and Frank Murphy the gentleman’s prize. booby prizes went to Mary Hobin and Thomas Sullivan. Music and vocal performances followed by several attendees and players listed.
Funeral services for Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Harris of 207 Columbia Street were held at Mt. Olive Baptist Church on Massachusetts Avenue. Mrs. Harris died Friday at 68 from heart failure. Mr. Harris, 87, died Saturday after Bright s disease. No children survive. Joseph Morris, longtime Boston caterer and Atlas Bank messenger, lived in the city. The Boston Fraternal Association attended. interment at Mt. Tone. Mr. Harris left property to charitable institutions and a colored society in Atlanta, Ga. Mrs. Harris had two nieces and a nephew.
The International Mandolin School announces a May 11 recital at Odd Fellows hall Cambridgeport. Students listed include Reda Swanson Gertrude Dooling Allen Sullivan Mary Kelley Esther Kellen Annie Grossman Marion McClintoch and many more with Carlo Carclotto Walter Vinland Frank Reynolds and Camille Carclotte among the performers. An orchestra and several duos and solos are planned.
The notice lists numerous license awards in Cambridge including billiard and pool operators, carriage services, junk dealers, second hand traders, and druggists. It names individuals and businesses such as Simon Alexander Antime Bolduc Cam bridge Coach Company Isabel Meyers and many others amid a wide licensing surge.
A town committee report lists licenses to be withdrawn for Common Vi eaters and others, action on various driveways and sidewalks, and approval of street projects. It approves moving street lamps and funds for paving Madison through Yorktown streets, with several orders adopted.
Kenneth Wade, arrested by Cambridge inspectors, allegedly led a theft ring that drained campus dorms over months. Inspector Turley recovered 2000 dollars in goods from a Westmorley Hall room in November 1903, including a 700 dollar diamond ring. Henry May of Washington identified the stolen property. Others named include A. Y. Gowen, R. B. Daniels, Stanley K. Berry, and Irving Neal, with items such as revolver, opera glasses, fob chain, pins, and clothing.
A strike at Memorial Hall followed the decision to start the supper hour at 5 instead of 5 30. Sixty five waiters walked out demanding higher wages. most returned, five were not rehired as disruptors. The Dining Association reinstated the rest. Judge Bell ruled for the defendant in the Beaton Elevated Railway case for damages from a Feb 1908 injury.
A dated service list shows Boston Elevated Railway routes from Arlington Centre to Adams Square and beyond. It details frequencies in minutes, start times early morning to late evening, with Sunday and night service patterns and multiple station pairings.
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